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🎸Music, Art, River Views, and the Next Big Restaurant
☀️ Happy Wednesday, New Braunfels! There’s a ton of great stuff coming up over the next few days, and a lot of important news around town.
Some of the things we’ll be talking about today include:
🎤 A flood relief concert at Billy’s Ice featuring big Texas acts
🎨 A brand-new homegrown music and art festival, Villapalooza
🏡 A dreamy riverside VRBO getaway in Wimberley
🛑 A countywide flood siren test (don’t panic—it’s just a drill!)
🍸 A first look at the upscale new Old City Hall Restaurant & Bar
💼 The Business Expo returns in September—get your booth!
We’re thrilled to welcome Massage Heights Body & Face to The New Braunfels Life family!
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You’ll be hearing a lot more about Massage Heights in the coming weeks, including some great promos and inside peeks at what makes their retreat so special. Keep your eyes peeled—you won’t want to miss what they have in store.
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Flood Relief, Live Music & Local Spirit All Day Long
Billy’s Ice is hosting an all-day benefit concert on Saturday, July 19, from noon to 11:30 pm, to raise funds for flood relief in Kerr County. With a stacked lineup of local artists—including Bart Crow, Midnight River Choir, Jay Bleu, and more—it’s shaping up to be one of the summer’s most meaningful music events.
Admission is $20, or grab a $30 ticket and score a commemorative T-shirt. Every dollar raised goes directly to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, so your fun night out will make a real impact.
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Villapalooza Debuts July 19–20 at The Villa
Introducing Villapalooza: a two-day music and art celebration that’s 100% homegrown and rooted in local pride. Happening July 19–20 at The Villa on Gruene Road, this new festival promises 22 music acts on two stages, live mural painting by Sarah Heinbaugh, curated art vendors, food trucks, and craft beverage tastings.
It’s all for a good cause, too—Villapalooza will support Kids in a New Groove, Guitars 4 Vets, and Trails End Animal Rescue. Expect vibrant vibes, fantastic local talent, and a whole lot of community spirit.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND TOWN?
Here are some of the events we’re most excited about over the next few days:
WEDNESDAY
📖 Fischer Park Family Storytime (Fischer Park)
☕ Kaffeeklatsch (Emmie Seele Faust Library)
🎺 The Tubameisters (Krause’s Cafe)
🎬 DIRTY DANCING (1987) at The Brauntex (The Brauntex)
THURSDAY
🎮 Teen Time: Video Game Night (New Braunfels Public Library)
❄️ SRP - Christmas in July! (New Braunfels Public Library)
🎸 Uncle Brent & The NoStone (Krause’s Cafe)
🤠 Honky Tonk Thursdays! (Gruene Hall)
🎱 Pool Tournament at Happy Cow Bar
FRIDAY
🎯 Family Fridays - Cable Park / Axe Throwing (Texas Ski Ranch)
🎶 Gus Miller & The Buzz Killers (Krause’s Cafe)
🎤 Cameron Sacky Band (Gruene Hall)
👐 Teen and Tween Drop In Volunteer Hours (New Braunfels Public Library)
New Braunfels is known for having some of the hardest water in the country—and that’s tough news for your home. Hard water doesn’t just leave spots on your glasses—it can damage dishwashers and water heaters, leave your skin and hair feeling dry, and even lead to expensive repairs down the line.
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🐝 Buzz Around Town
🚨 Siren System Test This Week
Comal County will run a full test of its high-water warning system on Thursday, July 17. You may hear sirens, but there’s no emergency—it’s just a drill. Details here »
🏛️ Old City Hall to Become Upscale Restaurant
The historic 1929 City Hall building downtown is being transformed into a new fine dining spot by the McAdoo’s team. The menu promises steaks, house-made pasta, martinis, and more. It’s expected to open later this year at 200 N. Seguin Ave.
💼 Business Expo Set for September 9
New Braunfels Business Expo returns this fall with over 1,000 attendees expected. Sponsor and exhibitor spots are still available—great exposure for local businesses looking to grow!
WEATHER FORECAST
Here’s a look at the weather for the next few days:
Wednesday: High: 93º | Low: 77º | 0% chance of precipitation
Thursday: High: 94º | Low: 73º | 0% chance of precipitation
Friday: High: 93º | Low: 72º | 0% chance of precipitation
Burn Ban: OFF
Water Restrictions: Stage 2 (In Stage 2, watering with a sprinkler or irrigation system is allowed one day per week based on the last digit of your address BEFORE 10:00 a.m. and AFTER 8:00 p.m.)
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A Riverfront Retreat with Room for Six
Need an escape? This charming 3-bed, 2-bath home sits right on the Blanco River in Wimberley—perfect for a family weekend or couple’s retreat.
It’s pet-friendly, super private, and just minutes from swimming holes, hiking, and Hill Country shopping. Inside you’ll find a chef-ready kitchen, comfy beds, and a perfect patio for sipping wine as the sun sets.
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That’s it for this midweek edition! Hope you’re having a fun week so far, and hope this edition helps you plan even more fun to come!
If you enjoyed today’s stories, share this email with a friend or neighbor who’d love staying in the loop. We’ll be back Friday with your weekend game plan!
Until next time,
— The New Braunfels Life Team
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